American Psycho

by Ellis, Bret Easton

Lifestyles of the Rich and Insane

American Psycho…the title perfectly describes the unforgettable character of Patrick Bateman. A book that is usually listed in the top 10 most disturbing books ever written, it will take you on a disturbing ride through the mind of a psychopath. Bret Easton Ellis creates a book that packs a punch to the gut with disgusting imagery of violence, murder, and outrageous behavior, that may leave readers sick to the stomach while also mixing a great deal of humor…if you have a dark sense of humor like myself. Ellis writes with a pace that is abrupt, making a 399 page novel a rather quick read, which perfectly fits the lifestyles of the characters of the book who live in a hilariously rich and humorously fast paced environment full of sex and drugs. One of my all time favorite novels, American Psycho is a must read.